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Madrid Small Group Premium Tailored Nighttime Tapas Tour

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On average, this is booked 33 (0) days in advance.
3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Share a sociable night full of fun, food and stories on this deep dive into Madrid’s tapas scene. This premium personalised food tour takes you beyond your standard patatas bravas and calamari sandwiches and shows you how the locals do tapas. Discover the breadth of the Spanish food scene from the classic to the more adventurous and get a unique insight into the history and culture of Madrid, accompanied by an expert guide who knows all the best places to go.

Expect to share 12 to 20 delicious dishes recommended by your guide, according to the likes and interests of the group.

Go home with a deeper understanding of the culture, traditions, and social life that define Madrid.

• More than 20 years helping people discover Madrid through its food and drink
• Personalised tapas chosen by guests, not a fixed preordered menu
• Cool Shore Excursions Travellers’ Choice Best Food Experiences in the World (8th place in 2019, 12th place in 2022)
• Maximum group size of 10 for a more intimate experience

What's Included

  • 1 drink in each bar - wine/beer/soft drink etc (no spirits). Additional drinks at client's expense.
  • Insider tips and suggestions for the rest of your stay
  • Tapas (12-20 tastings depending on group size/appetite, from the classic to the more adventurous)
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Additional drinks (1 drink per person is included in each bar)
  • Optional Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

28013 Madrid
Spain

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

28014 Madrid
Spain

End point is orientative only. Tour concludes at the last bar/restaurant, however a taxi back to your hotel can be organized by the guide (not included in tour price).

What To Expect

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This is a deep-dive into Madrid and its culinary scene. A real evening out in real Madrid bars.You’ll experience the real tapas culture of the city, moving from bar to bar, tasting different foods, rubbing shoulders with the locals and discovering how Madrileños enjoy an evening out.Rather than following a rigid script, we share anecdotes, cultural insights, and practical tips that help you understand Madrid beyond the guidebooks.Much more than your standard patatas bravas and calamari sandwich, we offer a premium service where we tailor what we order according to group on the night. We will encourage you to expand your culinary boundaries a little and really get to the heart of the city through its food and drink.We visit 3 or 4 traditional local bars, each with its own atmosphere and speciality dishes. You will taste anything between 12 and 20 different tapas, depending on the size and appetite of the group. A drink is included in each bar.
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Opera

We will meet between the two metro entrances of Metro Opera in Plaza Isabel II, introduce you to fellow travelers and explain the plan for the evening. Having made introductions and seen the Royal Opera House we will start a night full of fun, food, drink and stories!PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING ITINERARY IS AN EXAMPLE ONLY.We adapt each tour according to the likes/dislikes/interests of the group so each night is slightly different.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Opera

First Bar: It is only a short walk to the first bar where we will get you warmed up for the evening with some great food and drink and explain the origins of the tapas culture and some of its most important aspects.By the end of the night you will be well-prepared to get out and to negotiate Madrid's buzzing food scene on your own!
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Iglesia de San Gines

We will point out this emblematic church and tell you about the sweet treat hidden behind it!
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Plaza Mayor

We will walk through the Main Square of Madrid and tell you a bit about its history and traditions and make a few suggestions on what to see/eat/drink during the rest of your stay.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Puerta del Sol

We will tell you all about this iconic square, its buildings, history and traditions.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sol

Second bar: You will have built up an appetite by now so we will go to our next barIt might be a crash course in Spanish ham or a traditional bar from the region of León which produces its own wine.We will explain how tapassing is done in Spain with useful information on how to order, tipping etc
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Huertas

Third Bar: We are now getting into the swing of tapassing, Madrid style, so only a short walk to the next bar where we will get you tasting more of their specialty dishes.We will try to expand your culinary boundaries a little and get you tasting things you might not otherwise try!
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Congreso de Los Diputados

We will walk past the Spanish Parliament and tell you some stories about its historical and present day importance
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Huertas

Fourth Bar: You may be beginning to feel a little full by now but avoid the bread and leave some room for the last bar where we will try to book a table and sit down to finish off in a more relaxed fashion, often with some great seafood.Our tour will end in this last bar and you should be very full!! Depending on the night and group, you will probably have tried anywhere between 12 and 20 different dishes and have got a real feel for the Madrid culinary scene.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Please note that some tapas will be shared with other travellers
  • This tour/activity will have an average maximum of 10 travelers
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Madrid Small Group Premium Tailored Nighttime Tapas Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-2294ADVTAPAS

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Madrid Small Group Premium Tailored Nighttime Tapas Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • 1 drink in each bar - wine/beer/soft drink etc (no spirits). Additional drinks at client's expense.
  • Insider tips and suggestions for the rest of your stay.
  • Tapas (12-20 tastings depending on group size/appetite, from the classic to the more adventurous).
  • Wine-tasting - our tours usually include a tasting and explanation of the wines you might choose.
  • Personalised advice on Spanish food and beverages.
  • Guided visit to 3 or 4 local bars/restaurants.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop off.
  • Additional drinks (1 drink per person is included in each bar).
  • Optional Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Madrid Small Group Premium Tailored Nighttime Tapas Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Madrid Small Group Premium Tailored Nighttime Tapas Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • 1 drink in each bar - wine/beer/soft drink etc (no spirits). Additional drinks at client's expense.
  • Insider tips and suggestions for the rest of your stay
  • Tapas (12-20 tastings depending on group size/appetite, from the classic to the more adventurous)
  • Wine-tasting - our tours usually include a tasting and explanation of the wines you might choose
  • Personalised advice on Spanish food and beverages
  • Guided visit to 3 or 4 local bars/restaurants
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Additional drinks (1 drink per person is included in each bar)
  • Optional Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for under 17 years
  • Please note that some tapas will be shared with other travellers
  • This tour/activity will have an average maximum of 10 travelers
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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